We started our Minnesota craft beer field trip at Red Cow Restaurant & Bar on 50th Street in Minneapolis as we found ourselves parched and in need of a snack after a three-hour flight. Two early winners rose to the top of our tasting: Bauhaus Brew Labs and Fulton. Dinner was at Corner Table, where I kicked back a pint of Bauhaus Hairbanger Belgo-style American pale ale -- the best beer of the day -- check out this video to get a feel for Bauhaus and the Hairbanger. Will we be paying a visit to Bauhaus? Oh hell yes.

Red Cow Restaurant Restaurant & Bar, with two Minneapolis locations and one in St. Paul, is a friendly and accessible location to begin exploring the Minnesota craft beer scene. Eric, the general manager, is quick to share local knowledge and ideas for your beer safari.